Ratscaping for Tame Rats – Natural Design with Cork, Moss, Platforms & Digging Zones
Dried Yarrow Flowers – Natural Flowers for Hamster Scaping! Give your hamster scape an extra natural look with Dried Yarrow Flowers! Not only are these dried flowers a visually appealing addition to your hamster’s habitat, but they also provide a safe and
Read morePaper Daisy Pink for Hamsterscaping: Natural Elements for your Small Rodent! Add a touch of nature to your hamster's habitat with the Paper Daisy Pink, a natural dried flower perfect for hamsterscaping. This soft and safe material not only provides your l
Read moreGrass House with Herbs & Flowers – Natural Hideaway and Snack in One! 100% natural grass house, lined with fragrant herbs and flowers. Ideal as a hiding place and edible snack for small rodents.
Read moreDried Bendable Sea Lavender – Natural Decor and Snack in One for Hamsterscaping & Rodentscaping! Bring your little rodent’s natural habitat to life with Dried Bendable Sea Lavender! This special plant, with its characteristic bendable shape and sturdy str
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Flower Package Pink Heaven – Dream away in pink floral hues! Create an enchanting pink hamsterscape with the Flower Package Pink Heaven! This carefully composed package contains a selection of beautiful naturally dried flowers in soft to vibrant pink hues
Read moreCoconut & Coconut 25 Liter as a natural ground cover gives a very natural look to the rodent enclosure. In addition to the look, it is dust-free and absorbs moisture quickly and easily. It does not mold and is therefore also very suitable for outdoor use.
Read moreThe Natural Pet Brand Cotton N Card is the ingenious mix for rodents, rabbits and ferrets! Cotton & Cardboard (formerly Joris No Smell Cotton N Card) is like a rodent party with soft cotton, cardboard and egg cartons. It combines all the highlights of "Co
Read moreCotton & Pellet Bedding: Ultimate Comfort for Your Rodents and Rabbits! Experience the difference with our high-quality Cotton & Pellet Bedding. Designed for ultimate comfort and superior absorbency, this litter solution offers the best for your rodents a
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The botanical name Chlorophytum is derived from the Greek terms chloros = yellowish green and phyton = plant. The green lily is not only a beautiful houseplant, but also popular with cats and rodents because of its sturdy leaves. Even birds and terrarium
Read moreThe vitamin plant, also called turtle plant, is a tasty and healthy addition to the daily menu of your rodent and rabbit! This plant is also extremely suitable as decoration of the enclosure and especially as food enrichment.
Read moreDiscover Dried Sudan Grass - An Adventurous Food for Your Rodents! Give your little furry friends an exciting food adventure with our dried Sudan grass! We understand that rodents' daily diets shouldn't just consist of a boring bowl. That is why we recomm
Read moreThe grass nest is one of the favorite hide and play attributes for rodents and rabbits! Small rodents can hide in the nests and larger rodents can play with them. For example, rabbits enjoy throwing them around.
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The Hanging Bridge Large is a fun challenge for rodents! The hanging bridge is made of willow wood. It is actually a willow bridge hammock. The hanging bridge is made of willow wood and is easy to attach to the enclosure.
Read moreSturdy seagrass climbing mat of 30x30 cm for birds and rodents such as chinchillas, rats and ferrets. Stimulates climbing and playtime. Recommended by the World Bird Park Walsrode.
Read moreThat's what little rodents love to do most - explore. Being busy all day and exploring the enclosure by climbing is fun and healthy for our little friends. With the climbing rope you give your little rodent the opportunity to get rid of his energy and kee
Read moreSpiral Climbing Rope 50 cm - Natural climbing fun for small animals! Give your small animals a challenging and stimulating living environment with this sturdy 50 cm Spiral Climbing Rope. Ideal for mice, rats and birds such as parakeets, this flexible clim
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Natural climbing rope made of sisal with wooden blocks. Perfect for birds, mice and rats. Stimulates climbing, gnawing and playing. Including handy hanging hook.
Read moreUse the platform as an extra floor or create a cozy corner for your rodent(s). The platform is a fun challenge in the enclosure that your rodents will really appreciate. Place a food bowl on the platform and a ladder against it...
Read moreThis willow bridge 55 cm is particularly suitable for small rodents. For larger rodents, the bridge actually has no function. Thanks to the beautiful length of approximately 55 cm, you can go in all directions with the bridge. For example, the bridge can
Read moreThe Wooden Trixie Plateau with edge gives an extra dimension to the rodent enclosure. The plateau is made of natural wood and has an extra raised edge, so that, for example, bedding can remain on the plateau.
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Handy wooden platforms from Trixie. Made of untreated natural wood with bark. The wooden platforms are an ideal addition to the rodent enclosure, but they also provide lots of playing and climbing fun in the run. The platforms are adjustable...
Read moreBring extra fun and functionality to your small rodents' home with the Wooden Corner Shelf! Made from high-quality light wood, this shelf is the perfect addition to any cage. The convenient screw mounting system makes it easy to secure the shelf securely
Read moreThe seeds of the Linseed plant are a big favorite of small rodents and rightly so because they are full of tasty nutrients. The animals harvest the seeds themselves with their paws, this is not only very touching to see, but also gives them something to d
Read moreDiscover the Taste of Summer for your Little Rodent Friends with the Rodent Grocery Herb Packet Summer Harvest! Summer is the season of abundance, and that also applies to our furry rodent friends. With our Herb Packet Summer Harvest you give your beloved
Read moreRatscaping: create a natural habitat for your (tame) rats
With Ratscaping, you can create a natural, challenging habitat for your pet rats . It's not only beautiful to look at, but also valuable for their well-being: rats want to climb , sniff , hide , nest , and (where possible) dig . In this category, you'll find materials and furnishings to support these needs practically and safely.
At DRD Rodent Shop®, we select Ratscaping products based on safety , usability , and enrichment – so you can build a habitat that remains interesting every day. Specialists since 2011 .
What is Ratscaping?
Ratscaping is the art of creating a natural rat habitat using natural materials or with a natural look. You work with different heights , routes , hiding places , and zones (sleeping, eating, playing, foraging). This encourages active behavior while providing peace and quiet where needed.
What can you find in this Ratscaping category?
You can make Ratscaping as large or as minimalist as you like. In this category you'll find, among other things:
- Dried moss – for texture, a nesting feeling and a natural look
- Cork tunnels & cork pieces – hide, climb and explore (also ideal as a "route element")
- Wooden platforms, walkways & climbing elements – extra dimension and space to move at height
- Grass houses & natural hideouts – quiet sleeping areas and safe hiding places
- Safe ground covers – for comfort zones and a natural experience
- Digging sand / sand mixtures – for sniffing and digging behaviour (as a separate zone or in a digging bucket)
- Digging buckets & sand zones – make digging and searching a daily activity
- Fresh plants & harvested produce – decorative and suitable for nibbling (with safety in mind)
Each product is designed to be functional: not “decoration,” but real enrichment that rats can interact with.
Why Ratscaping Works (and Why Rats Do So Well on It)
Rats are clever problem solvers. An "empty cage" quickly becomes boring, while a well-designed enclosure provides new stimuli daily. Ratscaping helps with:
- Mental stimulation – variation in routes, materials and foraging areas
- Natural behavior – climbing, hiding, nesting, sniffing and (zone-oriented) digging
- Structure and peace – clear sleeping and eating areas, less unrest in the group
- Active movement – more climbing and walking through clever height structure
- A more beautiful stay – aesthetic and practical (the ideal combination)
Expert tips: how to build a Ratscaping enclosure that works
- Work in layers: start with a base, then add routes/plateaus, and finish with hiding places and "details."
- Create zones: sleeping zone (rest), eating zone (overview), play/foraging zone (action) and optionally a digging/sand zone.
- Use multiple routes: Avoid a single "highway" in the cage; rats want to choose and be able to go in circles.
- Stability is key: secure platforms and bridges securely to ensure safety while running and playing.
- Vary the textures: cork, wood, moss, sand; the variety makes it interesting.
- Change smart: you don't have to change everything at once. Small adjustments (1-2 items) keep things fresh and safe.
Start Ratscaping today
Whether you're just starting out or have been keeping rats for years, Ratscaping is fun for you and valuable for your animals. Combine natural materials, play with heights, and make the enclosure a place where your rats can discover something new every day.

